Criminal Justice Employment and Resource Navigator - Part Time

Intervention • Lakewood, CO

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Intervention, Inc., a Colorado non-profit, provides services within the criminal justice system across the state of Colorado including sobriety monitoring (UAs/BAs), electronic monitoring, probation supervision and community corrections. This role is an entry-level position focused on assisting clients in successfully integrating into the workforce. The company is committed to enhancing client success and offers opportunities for employee training and career growth, making a difference in the criminal justice field.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year experience in any combination of job placement with adults; recruiting, job development and placement; and/or counseling, social work, law enforcement, corrections or community supervision.
• Demonstrated experience in applying Motivational Interviewing skills and techniques.
• Strong coaching and counseling skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with a variety of constituents, and to present in a group setting.
• Ability to complete assessments and develop case plans.
• Ability to enter data, generate reports and create communications from variety of software programs and databases.
• Ability to remain calm and de-escalate stressful situations.
• Knowledge of the cultural and socioeconomic characteristics and appropriate techniques and practices for the client population.
• Ability to interact effectively as a team member and independently with Company staff, stakeholders, and with diverse client base.
• Must pass background check and be granted access to state criminal databases.

Responsibilities

• Support, promote and adhere to the mission, values and Code of Conduct of Intervention Inc.
• Reflect Intervention Inc.’s commitment to treating all persons with dignity and respect.
• Maintain confidentiality of client and company information.
• Carry out all duties/responsibilities in accordance with Company values, policies and procedures, applicable laws and contractual obligations.
• Maintain complete, accurate and timely case files for each client on caseload.
• Perform assessments/reassessments of each client’s job readiness
• Develop Individualized Employment Plan (IEP) for each client that includes job readiness, strengths and needs, job readiness goals, and job search expectations based upon established protocols and client needs.
• Detail and explain verbally to the client, the client’s responsibilities related to their employment search.
• Following established curriculum, facilitate client cognitive skills training for those assessed as low readiness.
• Schedule and meet individually with each client who is on job search status at least once weekly to evaluate progress in accomplishing IEP and job search activities
• Is accessible to clients during work hours for guidance, and resources outside of scheduled meeting times.
• Keeps case manager informed of client’s progress on achieving IEP, collaborates with case manager in addressing barriers as appropriate.
• At least once per week with each unemployed client, verify job search forms and observe them complete at least one employment follow-up, via telephone or e-mail.
• Record results in Etrac.
• Inform case managers of negative results and distribute forms to case managers.
• Monitors clients’ progress on IEP and in achieving employment.
• Create and maintain current list of potential employers.
• Provides job search support by conducting resume reviews, mock interviews or other related activities.
• Supervises clients while accessing computer lab, including monitoring usage and providing assistance in completing program related tasks.
• In collaboration with client’s Case Manager, refers clients to other resources related to achieving employment stability (i.e. GED).
• Report all program violations according to established Intervention policies.
• Complete all written reports concerning clients in an accurate, legible and timely manner.
• Enter client data, into electronic databases, accurately, timely and completely.
• Develop and maintain employment resource guide for clients.
• Participate in weekly staff meetings to report on client progress and participation in job search and resource navigation activities.
• Drive personal car to court, jail and/or other sites as required, including in adverse weather.
• Testify in court regarding clients if subpoena is issued.
• Attend required trainings and meetings; apply skills and knowledge.
• Regular and predictable attendance.

Benefits

• Commitment to employee training and career growth
• Opportunity to make a difference while gaining experience in the criminal justice field
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement program with generous company match and immediate vesting
• Paid holiday, vacation and sick time

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED